In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right , Dan Rogers, Canada’s Corporate Fitness Coach, shares how physical wellness and mental resilience are the hidden engines behind productivity, leadership, and personal growth at work. With over 15 years of coaching experience and 30,000+ hours helping professionals build strength, confidence, and consistency.From his days as a high-level hockey player to today’s corporate coaching, he brings a practical and motivational approach. “Better doesn’t mean the ...
Aug 06, 2025•29 min•Season 4Ep. 14
In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right , Teresa Saputo-Crerend and Philippa Portnoy — former Division 1 tennis teammates and now the co-founders of LaunchBreak share how mentorship, team values, and authentic leadership are helping women athletes succeed beyond sport. With over 2000+ members and representation from nearly 700 schools, LaunchBreak supports women who’ve competed in collegiate, national, or professional sports with real opportunities: mentorship, job search guidance, and connecti...
Jul 17, 2025•31 min•Season 4Ep. 13
In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right , your host Joel breaks down how to give feedback that inspires action and trust without triggering defensiveness, resistance, or the "being called into the principal’s office” feeling. It’s not about sugarcoating or the tired sandwich model. It’s about giving feedback that’s soft on the person, hard on the problem—and helps them grow. Whether you're a leader, peer, or coach, you’ll learn how to shift your mindset and approach feedback as a tool for growt...
Jun 04, 2025•20 min•Season 4Ep. 12
In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right , Jeff Schwartz, CEO of Go Lime Inc , shares how HVAC and empathy —um, two words you don't usually hear together—can become a foundation for trust, leadership, and customer loyalty. With over two decades of leadership experience in the Telcom industry (and young entrepreneur DJ) - now at the helm of Go Lime, Jeff brings a people-first approach. His CARE model (Communicate, Acknowledge, Respect, Empathy) guides how his teams connect with customers—and with...
May 07, 2025•25 min•Season 4Ep. 11
What happens when you design learning like a marketer? In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right, we explore how applying marketing principles—like audience personas, messaging, and content strategy—can lead to more engaging and impactful learning experiences. Our guest, Bianca Baumann , is the VP of Learning Solutions & Innovation at Ardent Learning and a global voice in rethinking how we approach L&D. She introduces us to the power of learner personas —a tool that helps professionals mo...
Apr 09, 2025•25 min•Season 4Ep. 10
What do you do when you're asked the wrong question, but still need to give the right answer? How can you do it in a way that feels prepared AND authentic? In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right , we dive into how to show up with clarity, confidence, and authenticity in interviews, media appearances, and high-stakes conversations. You’ll learn how to prep your message, stay grounded under pressure, and make sure your key points land—even when the questions don’t go your way. Our guest, Jonatho...
Mar 26, 2025•31 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Alexandr Korshykov is the founder and CEO of DreamX , a Ukrainian design and development company. Starting in his early twenties, he grew DreamX from a two-person team to over 20, all while navigating the challenges of war. Passionate about innovation and impact-driven initiatives, he is committed to shaping the future of design and supporting social projects. In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right, we explore what it truly means to lead under pressure with Alexandr, a 26-year-old entrepreneur...
Mar 05, 2025•23 min•Season 4Ep. 8
How do we make learning stick? In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right , we dive into the future of learning with Benoît Hardy-Vallée , Director of Workforce Transformation at Deloitte. With over 15 years of experience in Human Capital consulting, Benoît specializes in learning strategy, HR transformation, and AI-powered solutions. We explore why so much corporate learning gets ignored, the difference between compliance-driven and performance-driven training, and how to make learning more engag...
Feb 12, 2025•27 min
TFR: This Feels Right welcomes Geni Whitehouse, a TEDx Napa Valley speaker, Founder at The Impactful Advisor, CPA, and self-proclaimed nerd who believes there’s magic in the numbers. I first saw Geni presenting at a conference in Arizona, where she captivated the room with her authentic voice and engaging stories—especially her humorous take on wine pairings like, “Does bacon go with that?" empowering professionals to connect deeply with their audiences and clients. ✨ 3 Key Takeaways: 1. Authent...
Jan 28, 2025•32 min
What are the keys to creating a meaningful connection between your body and mind? It starts with understanding how small shifts in awareness can unlock big changes in how you think, feel, and perform. The Science of Happiness: How Your Body Shapes Your Mind In this episode of TFR: This Feels Right, Janice Kaplan, NY Times bestselling author of The Gratitude Diaries , shares insights from her latest book: What Your Body Knows About Happiness: How to Use Your Body to Change Your Mind takes us on ...
Jan 15, 2025•29 min•Season 4Ep. 5
What’s the key to becoming a leader who inspires, aligns, and truly connects with their team? It starts with shifting the focus from “me” to “we.” It’s Not About You: How Leaders Build Trust and Motivate Teams In this episode, we explore the powerful theme of servant leadership with Roger Knecht , President of Universal Accounting Center. sharing his insights, experience and stories. We dive into how leaders can better understand and support their teams, using empathy, self-awareness, and clear ...
Dec 04, 2024•33 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Connecting with Gen Z at Work , explores how to effectively communicate and engage with Gen Z in the workplace. Our guest, Erin Patchell, founder of Positivist Group and mother of three Gen Z-ers, shares her insights into the unique norms and expectations this generation brings to the table. Together, we dive into what makes Gen Z tick at work, how social media has influenced their sense of autonomy, and what leaders can do to foster a sense of belonging. Whether you're a manager, a teammate, or...
Nov 06, 2024•24 min•Season 4Ep. 3
What’s the secret to leaving a lasting impact, whether through events or everyday interactions? It all comes down to one powerful question: "What three words do you want people saying after their experience with you?" Joel and special guest Lisa James, founder of TheWentworth Collective, explore the importance of asking courageous questions, building connections through curiosity, and how vulnerability plays a role inauthentic communication. This conversation uncovers practical insights on turni...
Oct 23, 2024•34 min
Are you selling your brand, product, or an idea? Heck, we're all selling something- but how do you do it in a way that feels right? In this episode, we chat with Will Harris, Director of National Accounts at AutoTrader Canada. Will shares his 20 years of sales experience, starting as a beer rep who believed people would buy from him just because they liked him. He quickly realized that all the time and energy he put into being liked wasn’t driving sales—in fact, they were dropping.Will had to re...
Oct 09, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Confidence is that feeling of self -assurance, it feels right. We're comfortable being ourselves and express ideas and emotions fearlessly ...But it's not easy to get there. Owning your story as we find out in this podcast... that's a big piece! TFR 's special guest is Kira Callahan: Sales and Confidence coach and Founder of Conversation Gym We talk about: 👉 Kira shares her client's turnaround to feel more confident, change perceptions. 👉3 principles of confidence to have more fulfilling profe...
Jan 13, 2021•39 min•Season 3Ep. 8
How can you get your Spidey Sense to tingle? It's that intuition that tells Peter Parker aka Spiderman that something is wrong. He doesn't see it. He feels it, listens to it, respects it. He doesn't dismiss it. Hmm...sounds like Mindfulness - being present in the moment and without judgement. Yup! This is not a resolution, it's small changes you can play with to: Deepen your relationships Deal with screen fatigue Feel more in control Be present This is a short podcast with some simple ways you c...
Jan 06, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 7
In business and in life- How are you dealing with uncertainty? Can you use the principles of Improvisation to better adapt? YES AND... moving forward when you can't predict the future. TFR 's guest Scotty Watson is here to help🙏 ⭐️Head of NYC Faculty for the improvisational theatre program at ANDTheatre Company. ⭐️Alumnus of The Second City Canadian National Touring Company. ⭐️Improv & Advanced Sketch Writing Teacher for The Second City NYC. We talk about: 👉The first thing you need to let ...
Dec 16, 2020•33 min•Season 3Ep. 6
How do you adapt your communication style virtually and make it FEEL different? Are you and your teams Zoomed out? When have you earned the right to 'push' your idea? TFR 's guest is here to help: David Knechtel VP Business Developmen t Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada , Managing Director The Client Counsel. AND a Friend, Mentor! We talk about: 3 practices to connect virtually (Planning, Story, Voices/Culture) The high degree of ambiguity that has changed the way we communicate A differen...
Dec 02, 2020•28 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Time to rediscover your play. No purpose. No objective. Just the joy of being fully present in the moment. Rediscover how to tap back into your creativity. Silence your inner critic. How to make the most of 2020. We're playing with Jeff Harry helping us tap into our true selves, happier, more fulfilled-all by playing! Go for a bike ride for fun, not to lose 5lbs! This feels right!
Nov 25, 2020•28 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Obstacles don’t feel right. They don’t get easier...but you can get better. Your next obstacle might be in business, personal, or a physical feat. After 10 years of obstacle course racing, I share the parallels in life and business and will guide through the: .Beginning .During .Finish .What happens after? With adaptability, resourcefulness, discomfort, trust and courage - we'll get you across the finish line, arms up and celebrating your new found courage to get over your next obstacle. TFR Lis...
Nov 18, 2020•16 min•Season 3Ep. 3
We get into the athlete's mindset with Dr. Rolf Wagschal- Mental Performance Consultant. Feel prepared for your '30 second' moments What YOU can control to re-invent yourself Stop thinking about the podium, start thinking about your next step Dr. Rolf Wagshal has worked with every type of athlete at the college & professional level and supporting the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic athletes. In this podcast, he shares his expertise for helping build people and team cultures in ways that fost...
Nov 05, 2020•30 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Season 3 Premiere With special guest: Michael Varga @vargacooks 👉Master Chef Finalist 👉Chopped Canada Winner 👉Firefighter We do something a little different here for the podcast. Michael and I go for a physical distance walk and not just 6 feet, we are 4,340 KMS apart! Michael shares his journey from ‘hot pockets’ cuisine to being inspired by family kitchen memories and becoming a Master Chef. We also talk about: -What it takes to for teamwork and openness in the firehall. -The role vulnerabi...
Oct 28, 2020•31 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Public speaking is hard. It doesn't have to be. Yes you can get better, feel more confident and shift your focus from yourself to your audience, and connect. This week's guest on TFR , Master Talk Presenter ⭐️ Brenden Kurmarasamy ⭐️ Master Talk Brenden brings his perspective and a mindset that is actionable, straightforward, and easy to put into action. I liked his 'random word' exercise ( GOLD!) and of course the idea of successive practice to focus on the emotion of the speech and trust the co...
Aug 12, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 34
"Lights, Camera, Action!" It's time to get your new headshot? Stressed? Yep! Getting your professional headshot can feel like going to the dentist. How do you feel prepared? How do you choose the right photographer? How important is that right shot? You know the one that says warmth, respect, trust, authority?? AND LIKEABILITY!! This week's very special guest on TFR, Professional Headshot Photographer ⭐️ Jonathan Ellul ⭐️ www.jephoto.ca Jonathan ( 'Jonny') shares how he uses his communication sk...
Aug 05, 2020•39 min•Season 2Ep. 33
"I want to be the hero of my presentation!" Yes, you can be the next Virtual Training Hero. Your mission is to create engaging, interactive, and maybe even inspiring sessions. There are no boring topics, find the confidence and courage of how you can bring JOY to your next presentation. This week's very special guest on TFR, Master Virtual Trainer ⭐️ Kassy Laborie ⭐️ Kassy is on a mission to rid the world of boring slide reading lectures and passive online participants. And as a former leader an...
Jul 29, 2020•41 min•Season 2Ep. 32
TFR's ** Guest-Stars**: Cait and Natascha share with us their experience and passion for authenticity and influencing others to rise above their own expectations and limits. CEO Cait Scudder (caitscudder.com) TedX speaker and business coach discusses how she influences, inspires and challenges us ("mindset!") to take risks and step into our own power. CEO Natascha Schijven of Pinwheel (pinwheelco.com) and former Partner/ VP at Deloitte and A.T Kearney discusses authenticity and the fulfillment o...
Jul 28, 2020•55 min
Do you understand your behaviors, your motivations, your thinking, your values?Imagine you can. You are aware of your behavior patterns and feeling in control of your personal and professional relationships. You are able to adapt and therefore able to influence others- because you are also aware of their behavioral needs. It's called Behavioral Intelligence. Are you Fire? Air? Water? or Earth? And once you know, use that to make stronger choices in your life, business and relationships. This wee...
Jul 22, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 31
ENCORE PODCAST She's back because we lover her and this episode is so helpful-the amazing ⭐️Carol Lempert⭐️ discussing the mindset and tips from her talk: " Turn Stage Fright Into Stage Might" Influencing others to get your message across starts with... YOU! Whether you are presenting virtually, a meeting, sales call or on stage. Are you spotlight moment ready? Is anxiety getting in your way to speak up or communicate effectively? Public speaking is a cause of anxiety for most people ( #1 fear, ...
Jul 08, 2020•31 min•Season 2Ep. 29
"Knowing me, Knowing you, uh-huh, There is nothing we can do " ABBA Well, there is something YOU can do and it's called Motivation Capability. What motivates you? What doesn't? And what you can do about it! This week's special guest on TFR , one of our favourites ⭐️ Shakeel Bharmal ⭐️ Founder of Ocean Blue Strategic - A coaching and consulting firm focused on improving the competency, character and confidence of leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals and their teams as they navigate the challenge...
Jun 30, 2020•37 min•Season 2Ep. 28
"Use your voice to help those that don't have a voice, a voice for the greater good... and anybody can do this" Whether you're speaking on a stage or speaking to one. Knowing how and why to use your voice can create change. This week's guest on TFR : ⭐️ Hassan Wadi ⭐️ wadispeaks.com Award-winning speaker Founder of Youth Speaker Academy Ambassador / spokesperson for Human Concern International Fitness supervisor for the City of Mississauga. Hassan Wadi wanted to get out of his comfort zone, seek...
Jun 24, 2020•37 min•Season 2Ep. 27
